Sport
17 October, 2024
Sport facilities $5.5m upgrade
Two key Somerset sporting facilities will receive a major upgrade, with $11 million in improvements planned for the Toogoolawah Swimming Pool and Kilcoy Indoor Sports Centre.
Somerset Regional Council secured $5.5 million from the Queensland Government’s 2024-27 South East Queensland Community Stimulus Program (SEQCSP) to fund the projects.
Somerset Mayor Jason Wendt highlighted the benefits the community will receive.
“Council is thrilled to provide enhanced recreational facilities,” he said.
The Toogoolawah Swimming Pool will be expanded to an eight-lane, 25-metre pool, including ramp and stair access to support people with mobility issues.
The Kilcoy Indoor Sports Centre will also see major renovations, including new fitness rooms, expanded gym space, and 24-hour access.
Cr Wendt emphasized the region’s success in securing funding.
“Somerset scooped close to 25 per cent of the entire SEQCSP competitive funding pool,” he said.
“We punch well above our weight in securing external funding for the community.”
